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WVWest Virginia Weather & Climate

Capital: Charleston · South · Admitted 1863

Climate overview

West Virginia climate is humid subtropical/continental — varied terrain creates microclimates. Heavy snow at higher elevations.

Extreme weather risk

Time zone

West Virginia observes Eastern Time.

When to visit (weather-wise)

Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) typically offer the best balance.

Weather constraints in the daily puzzle

"Tornado Alley", "Hurricane zone", "Sun Belt", "Snow Belt" are recurring Statedoku categories.

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